Lemon breakfast rolls

Sticky buns with lemon are modeled after classic cinnamon roll

Perk up: The rolls are modeled after the classic cinnamon roll, with a buttery yeast dough flecked with nutmeg and lemon. But inside each roll is a rich filling of sugar and lemon that bakes into gooey, oozy sweet-tart deliciousness.
(Photo by Faith Durand/TMS)

Have you ever wondered what cinnamon-less cinnamon rolls would taste like? Why aren't there more recipes for sticky, gooey, sweet breakfast rolls without cinnamon or caramel? After all, there are so many other good options!

I was craving a buttery, flaky breakfast bun and the sweet, tangy, taste of lemon, so I made one up. The results were amazing, if I do say so myself! It was a first run of a recipe, and I got lucky: I won't ever change a thing about it.

The rolls are modeled after the classic cinnamon roll, with a buttery yeast dough flecked with nutmeg and lemon. But inside each roll is a rich filling of sugar and lemon that bakes into gooey, oozy sweet-tart deliciousness. The cream cheese glaze puts it over the top, with more lemon tartness and not too much sweetness.

The recipe is not difficult, and like other breakfast rolls these can be made at night and put in the refrigerator overnight for easy and quick baking come morning.

These rolls also make a nice brunch treat or any special occasion treat.